I asked about this a while ago, and was told that a Peripherals PXGM24 adapter would add two aux inputs to my radio. Given how much I want this, I was eager to do it, and got the parts ordered. Today I take the radio out to plug in the adapter... and it doesn't fit! Argh! After calling Peripheral/AAMP, I discovered that the adapter is made for a Class 2 Databus system, while my car has a "LAN system". Guess I need to do more research next time.

Anyway, the real question is this: does anyone know of an adapter or method to add aux inputs to my radio? I really would prefer not to replace the stock system, but I'd really like the aux ins.

REWARD EXCELLENCE!

Rate the quality of this post and help phealy reputation points. Click the reputation button near the bottom left corner of this message box. Thank you!

I asked about this a while ago, and was told that a Peripherals PXGM24 adapter would add two aux inputs to my radio. Given how much I want this, I was eager to do it, and got the parts ordered. Today I take the radio out to plug in the adapter... and it doesn't fit! Argh! After calling Peripheral/AAMP, I discovered that the adapter is made for a Class 2 Databus system, while my car has a "LAN system". Guess I need to do more research next time.

Anyway, the real question is this: does anyone know of an adapter or method to add aux inputs to my radio? I really would prefer not to replace the stock system, but I'd really like the aux ins.

To the best of my knowledge, ther's no ESAY way to do it. I have head someone was successful using the C2 connector on the Onstar version of the radio and using the OnStar remote audio inputs somehow, but I've never pursued it myself. Another option might be upgrading to the 2006 radio which has an regular 3.5mm Auxiliary jack socket that will allow playback of audio signals from remote devices (e.g., portable tape player, IPOD, MP3 playback device, etc.)
HTH
WOT

REWARD EXCELLENCE!

Rate the quality of this post and help WopOnTour reputation points. Click the reputation button near the bottom left corner of this message box. Thank you!

I just had the same disappointing result with my new Relay -- after the news from a few months back that GM was going to start putting aux-input plugs on the face of the factory head units AND THEN finding out that it was only on the Ion for now.

I tried to research it and could find very little on the GM-LAN and how to "play nice" with it. I suspect it is too new for any third party folks to have done anything with it.

Personlly, I plan to be patient. I got a well-reviewed FM transmitter unit for my iPod (DLO's TransPod FM). If we all make polite and persistant requests and inquirys, either GM or a third party hardware vendor will produce a solution.

Good lick to all

REWARD EXCELLENCE!

Rate the quality of this post and help ygor reputation points. Click the reputation button near the bottom left corner of this message box. Thank you!

I have an appointment with my Saturn Dealer to get it installed next Saturday. According to directions, you need to tap into power from somewhere. I'd rather that was done by someone who knows how -- not me !!

Stay tuned. I'll let y'all know

REWARD EXCELLENCE!

Rate the quality of this post and help ygor reputation points. Click the reputation button near the bottom left corner of this message box. Thank you!